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      Ryan Garcia arrested for vandalism in LA with shirtless boxer seen being led out of Beverly Hills hotel wearing a helmet

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      RYAN GARCIA has been arrested for felony vandalism at the Waldorf Astoria hotel in Los Angeles, according to reports.The American boxer, 25, was already at the centre of controversy having returned a positive drug test in the wake of his win over Devin Haney in April.Ryan Garcia was reportedly arrested for felony vandalism at a hotel in Los AngelesGarcia has had a turbulent few months outside the ringCredit: GettyGarcia was arrested for allegedly vandalising the Waldorf Astoria in Beverly Hills, aboveCredit: TRIP ADVISORAccording to TMZ, things have now escalated even further for Garcia outside the ring as he was arrested and taken into custody on Saturday afternoon following an incident in Beverly Hills.He was apprehended for allegedly damaging property at the hotel – which included in his room and the hallway.It is alleged he was “seemingly under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs”, but that he cooperated with police as they arrested him.Garcia was led out of the hotel shirtless and wearing a helmet.READ MORE ON RYAN GARCIAIt is the latest wild moment in what has been a chaotic few months for the fighter – who missed weight and had fans worried with his erratic behaviour before the majority-decision win over Haney.Just a few days ago, police paid a visit to Garcia at the Waldorf to check on his welfare after they were called by a concerned family member.The authorities determined the super-lightweight boxer was OK.Garcia divorced wife Andrea Celina in January following the birth of their second child.Most read in BoxingInside Ryan Garcia’s incredible car collectionHe now claims to be engaged to porn star Savannah Bond after sharing a video proposing to the adult actress.The positive drug tests, which were taken the day before and on the day of the fight, detected the banned substance ostarine.The B-sample tests provided the same results, though Garcia’s team insist the reason is supplement contamination.Haney wants his loss to Garcia to be reversed to a disqualification win.Meanwhile, four days ago Garcia also revealed his mum Lisa is fighting breast cancer.He said: “My mom has gave me the Ok to post. Please pray for my mother.”Cancer STUPID I don’t care she will win – Breast cancer is stupid, JESUS IS ABOVE ALL.” More

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      KSI makes ‘take it or leave it’ offer to Jake Paul as he announces fight with two opponents on same night

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      KSI has made a “take it or leave it” offer to Jake Paul as he returns to Misfits boxing.The YouTuber turned boxer is returning to the event for its second anniversary.KSI has made one last offer to fight Jake PaulPaul and KSI are long-time rivalsCredit: GettyKSI, 30, made the challenge to Paul on social media as he gave an update on his boxing career.He revealed that he had made an offer to Amir Khan but insisted that the former unified light-welterweight world championship was “slow” accepting.He then went on to talk about long-term rival Paul, following the American’s postponed fight with Mike Tyson.He said: “I see that he has rescheduled his fight with Mike Tyson.READ MORE ON SPORT”So now Mike will be even older when he fights.”Mike Tyson is a man who is in no condition to fight a 20-something-year-old at his age.”I mean, Jake Paul and Netflix want to do what they want, so all good. But today I will be making my final offer.”May 2025, it gives you all the time in the world to be ready and we can do it in America, just to make you that bit more happy.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”But that is that when it comes to giving you advantages.”I mean first of all we agreed to fight at 180lbs and then you decided to run away and fight Nate Diaz instead.The Sun’s Wally Downes Jr and Chisanga Malata discuss the rise of influencer boxing and Mike Tyson’s bout with Jake Paul”Then you came back and wanted a fight at 185lb and then decided 200lbs.”You know what Jake, I am tired of this bulls***, get off the cycle and lets make this work.”185lb is my final offer, take it or leave it.”In the video, KSI then admits that he has been told to have a warm-up fight in preparation for the bout.He revealed that he would be taking part in a tag-team two versus one fight.He said: “I will be fighting Slim and Anthony Taylor in a two v one handicap match.”Both of you against me, you have 24 hours to accept, let’s do this.”Fans were thrilled by the announcement as the flooded the comment section.One posted: “This is just crazy.”A second commented: “Let’s go!”A third wrote: “I actually rate this.”A fourth said: “This one seems really interesting icl.”Another added: “That’s mad… AT and slim, that’s fire.”Slim ‘The Hitman’ Albaher has already responded to the post.He replied: “2v1 lmao. I’d knock his lights out by myself.READ MORE SUN STORIES”If this is my only chance after chasing KSI for years, then I’m sorry AT you ain’t getting tagged. Let’s make it happen.”KSI has won five of his eight fights, his only loss came to Tommy Fury by unanimous decision in October 2023. More

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      Anthony Joshua warned of ‘chink in his armour’ that makes him vulnerable in Daniel Dubois fight at Wembley

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA has a “chink in his armour” that could stop him “ruining the dream” of Daniel Dubois.That’s the verdict of Ireland’s ex-world champion Barry McGuigan as the two British heavyweights prepare to clash at Wembley in September.Ex-world champ Anthony Joshua knows victory can set up a title shotCredit: GettyDaniel Dubois insists he will ‘demolish’ Joshua in the all-British boutCredit: GettyAJ has landed four straight wins on a road he hopes leads back to the top of the globe following his double defeat to Oleksandr Usyk.Those impressive comeback successes make Joshua, 34, the IBF’s No1 challenger.And Usyk could relinquish that organisation’s world title belt after agreeing a re-match with Tyson Fury.So AJ could be one victory away from a shot at the IBF crown.READ MORE TOP STOPRIESBut Joshua was in Saudi Arabia earlier this month to see 26-year-old Dubois end Filip Hrgovic’s unbeaten record and take the interim IBF title.And McGuigan, 63, who is the Professional Boxing Association president, has identified what he reckons is AJ’s main area of vulnerability.In fact, he believes Joshua’s superior all-round ability might not be enough to triumph – if Dubois can expose that one potential flaw.McGuigan told Seconds Out: “If he gets through to Joshua’s chin then its game on. Most read in BoxingBarry McGuigan says AJ has the edge unless Dubois gets to his chinCredit: Dan CharityEURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERS”Joshua is the more complete fighter, marginally quicker. And he has rebuilt impressively since he lost for the second time to Usyk.”There is, however, still a chink in his armour first exposed by Andy Ruiz that makes him vulnerable to the kind of power packed by Dubois. EXCLUSIVE: Anthony Joshua expected to fight winner of Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk even if Gypsy King gets revenge on Ukrainian”Most would still take Joshua to win. But nothing is a given if Dubois can back up his Hrgovic victory with another mature performance.”However, ex world king Joshua remains unswerving in his belief.He alerted Dubois on Instagram: “The hardest part about my job is realising you have to ruin someone else’s dream to achieve yours.”However, the younger man predicted: “I’ll demolish Joshua. I’ll get even better from here.”The fight could be confirmed soon for September 21 this year.How AJ punched his way to the topANTHONY JOSHUA punched his way to the top of the world before being knocked off his perch. More

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      Jake Paul warned ‘you can’t beat me’ as three-weight women’s boxing champion calls out YouTuber for fight

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      JAKE PAUL has been challenged to a fight by Claressa Shields.The three-weight women’s boxing champion has called out the YouTuber turned fighter.Jake Paul has been challenged by Claressa ShieldsCredit: GettyShe believes that Paul would not be able to beat her in a fightCredit: Richard Pelham / The SunPaul, 27, recently saw his highly anticipated clash with Mike Tyson be postponed until November 5.The fight at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas was pushed back after Tyson suffered a health scare.Despite Paul trying to make the best of his boxing career, Shields has not been impressed by his skills in the ring.She believes that he would not be able to beat her in a fight and has challenged him to a “scrap”.READ MORE IN SPORTShields, 29, told TMZ Sports: “The offer is always up there if Jake Paul wanna scrap with me.”I don’t think that he’s that good of a boxer.”I’m never ever going to say or even feel that Jake Paul can beat me in a boxing match because he can’t.”It is not the first time Shields has called out Paul for a fight.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFour years ago, she claimed she would “whoop” his “ass” even if she weighed less than him.She said: “I, Claressa Shields, will whoop Jake Paul’s ass.Inside Mike Tyson’s Las Vegas mansion”He can come in the ring weighing 180 pounds, and I will come weighing 168, and I will beat the s*** out of him!”Shields is recognised as the best fighter women’s boxing has to offer.She has been on a winning streak since turning pro after claiming Gold medals at the London and Rio de Janeiro Olympic games.She has won titles across multiple weight categories and is aiming to progress further.She is set to fight for the WBC heavyweight championship against Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse on July 27.Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson’s lifestyles comparedONE is a notorious YouTuber-turned-boxer who has taken the sport by storm.
      The other terrorised all in the ring in the 1980s and 1990s, famously biting the ear off an opponent in one fight.
      Iron Mike has rebuilt his life after squandering a £300m fortune with a cannabis empire, and is a huge advocate of the drug.
      And as Paul has continued to rise up the ranks, he has splashed the cash on a fleet of amazing cars.
      Whereas Tyson had more money than sense until a £15m debt saw him part with his cherished car collection.
      Paul now lives in a plush mansion worth £13m in Puerto Rico, after escaping his hectic life in LA.
      But these days, Tyson lounges in his Vegas property he paid £2.5m for with wife Lakiha, who he married in 2009.
      Paul is not yet married but is smitten with his speed skater girlfriend  Jutta Leerdam.
      She will be by his side when her man puts his 9-1 boxing record on the line against two-time heavyweight champ Tyson on July 20.
      Read more: Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson’s lifestyles compared, from The Problem Child’s £13m mansion to Iron Mike’s huge cannabis empire. More

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      Tommy Fury gives brutal verdict on ‘stupid’ postponed Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul fight after legend, 60, fell ill

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      TOMMY FURY has revealed he thinks rival Jake Paul’s upcoming fight against “legend” Mike Tyson is “not safe” and “stupid”.Fury, the younger brother of Tyson Fury and former Love Island star, is currently 10-0 as an undefeated boxer.Jake Paul’s clash with Mike Tyson was postponed due to the legendary heavyweight falling illCredit: SplashTommy Fury insists he has no interest in the fightCredit: RexPaul was handed the only loss of his career by Fury in February 2023, despite knocking down the Brit in the final round.Since then, the two have had an ongoing feud, with Jake consistently asking for a rematch against the only man to have beaten him.However, his next fight is against boxing legend Tyson, which Fury has exclusively spoken to SunSport about.He said: “It’s a 60-year-old against a prime 27-year-old, it’s stupid. I’m not interested in that fight one bit.READ MORE IN SPORT”The man is a legend, he should be left alone. At the end of the day it’s not safe is it?”[The] man is 60 years old, you’re not what you were.”Fury’s claims that the fight is “not safe” have some credibility as the fight was recently pushed back and rescheduled after a health scare for Tyson on board a flight.The scare was revealed as an ulcer flare-up, with a top doctor recommending he postpone the fight and take four to five weeks of rest to recover properly.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHowever, Iron Mike himself claims to be in the best shape he has been in since the 1990s and insisted after the incident he was 100 per cent ready to take on Paul.Tyson vs Paul has now been re-scheduled for November 15 and will take place in Texas.Logan Paul offers to replace Mike Tyson in Jake Paul fight and loser ‘has to change their last nameIt will be streamed on Netflix.As for Fury, he was speaking exclusively to SunSport ahead of his next big event – Soccer Aid at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.Fury will feature for the World XI, playing alongside the likes of Chelsea and Man Utd legends Eden Hazard and Patrice Evra, as well as Olympic hero Usain Bolt.You can watch the event for FREE on ITV, or keep up to date with all of Sunday’s action by following our live blog, bringing you all the excitement from Stamford Bridge.PLAY DREAM TEAM EUROS NOW!The best fantasy football game for this summer’s tournament. More

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      Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson new date confirmed after Netflix fight was postponed following 57-year-old boxer’s health scare

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      A NEW date for the Netflix fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson has been set.The YouTuber will now face the heavyweight legend on November 15.Mike Tyson and Jake Paul will now get into the ring on November 15Credit: AFPTyson suffered a health scare last week which led to the postponementCredit: APPaul believes the fight will ‘change the world’Credit: ReutersPaul, 27, and Tyson, 57, will still fight at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas as originally planned.The bout was postponed last week after Iron Mike suffered a health scare.Tyson fell ill while flying from Miami to LA due to an ulcer flare up.A member of his team subsequently insisted he was “doing great” but doctors deemed him unfit to fight.READ MORE IN BOXINGInstead, he is now undergoing a period of rest and recovery before resuming training.The main event in November will be Tyson’s first professional fight in 19 years.And he will be 58 years old when the date comes around.Reflecting on the postponement after it was announced, social media star Paul said: “Obviously, devastating news.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSCredit: The Sun”I’m heartbroken, speechless, gutted. You [Tyson] said you wanna do this in Q4, I’m ready.”You just need a little bit of time, so I’m ready whenever you are.Logan Paul offers to replace Mike Tyson in Jake Paul fight and loser ‘has to change their last name”This is too big of an opportunity and I think this fight is going to change the world and I turn all my Ls into Ws and that’s a motto I live by.”We’ve been working so hard over here in this camp.”I just feel bad for everyone involved in this event, the undercard. The opportunity has been ripped from all of us.”Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson’s lifestyles comparedONE is a notorious YouTuber-turned-boxer who has taken the sport by storm.
      The other terrorised all in the ring in the 1980s and 1990s, famously biting the ear off an opponent in one fight.
      Iron Mike has rebuilt his life after squandering a £300m fortune with a cannabis empire, and is a huge advocate of the drug.
      And as Paul has continued to rise up the ranks, he has splashed the cash on a fleet of amazing cars.
      Whereas Tyson had more money than sense until a £15m debt saw him part with his cherished car collection.
      Paul now lives in a plush mansion worth £13m in Puerto Rico, after escaping his hectic life in LA.
      But these days, Tyson lounges in his Vegas property he paid £2.5m for with wife Lakiha, who he married in 2009.
      Paul is not yet married but is smitten with his speed skater girlfriend  Jutta Leerdam.
      She will be by his side when her man puts his 9-1 boxing record on the line against two-time heavyweight champ Tyson on July 20.
      Read more: Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson’s lifestyles compared, from The Problem Child’s £13m mansion to Iron Mike’s huge cannabis empire. More

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      When is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson? NEW date CONFIRMED, ring-walk time, TV channel and live stream as boxing legend returns

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      MIKE TYSON will return to the ring for the first time since 2020 to face internet sensation Jake Paul – but it will be later than expected.The Problem Child overcame Ryan Bourland with a brutal first round knockout in back March.Jake Paul will take on Mike Tyson at a new dateCredit: @Netflix / XPaul has won his last three bouts since his defeat to Tommy Fury last February.The internet sensation will now face one of the greatest boxers of all time, with Mike Tyson set to return to the ring at the age of 58.Tyson’s last bout came in an exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr in 2020, of which Paul was on the undercard against former NBA player Nate Robinson.When is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson?
      Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson has been rescheduled for Friday, November 15.
      The fight was originally set for July 20 – but was moved back after Tyson’s health issues.
      The bout will be hosted at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
      READ MORE IN BOXINGWhy has Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson been postponed?Mike Tyson’s health issues mean he has had to put his training on hold.The former world champion suffered a medical emergency on board a flight in May as a result of an ulcer flare up.Netflix, who were set to show the fight, released a statement announcing the cancellation.It reads: “Unfortunately Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will not face-off on July 20 as planned. Tyson’s recent ulcer flare up has limited his ability to train fully for the next few weeks.Most read in Boxing”The fight will be rescheduled for a date later this year after Mike’s able to resume training with no limitations and both fighters can have equal time to prepare for this once-in-a-lifetime matchup!”Tyson required medical assistance from paramedics on board a flight from Miami to LA.He felt nauseous and dizzy though his publicist said he was feeling “very good” after treatment.What TV channel is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson on and can it be live streamed?
      Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson will be broadcast exclusively on Netflix.
      It will be the streaming giant’s first venture into combat sports.
      Jake Paul confirmed on X that the bout with Mike Tyson will be available to all Netflix subscribers at no additional cost.
      What’s been said?On the announcement of the huge fight, Paul said: “It’s crazy to think that in my second pro fight, I went viral for knocking out Nate Robinson on Mike Tyson’s undercard. “Now, less than four years later, I’m stepping up to face Tyson myself to see if I have what it takes to beat one of boxing’s most notorious fighters and biggest icons.”Within just two and a half years of founding MVP, we’re about to produce the biggest fight in history, a fight in the biggest NFL stadium in the US, broadcast live, on the biggest streaming platform in the world – a testament to all we’ve accomplished in such a short amount of time.”Whether you’re tuning in on Netflix or showing out in person, whether you’re team Paul or team Tyson, or whether you’re a lifelong boxing fan or watching your first fight, you’re not going to want to miss this event.”Mike Tyson has also spoken about the fight with Paul on July 20, he said: “I started him on his boxing journey on the undercard of my fight with Roy Jones Jr and now I plan to finish him.” More

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      Deontay Wilder’s fiancée Telli Swift granted restraining order against boxing star amid domestic violence claims

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      DEONTAY WILDER’S fiancée, Telli Swift, has allegedly received a temporary restraining order against the ex-heavyweight champion.That is according to a fresh report from TMZ amid claims that the 38-year-old, who has yet to publicly comment after being approached, has abused her multiple times over the past six years.Telli Swift has received a temporary restraining order on her fiance Deontay WilderCredit: GettyShe claims the heavyweight boxer has abused her multiple times since 2018Credit: GettyThe couple started dating in 2015 and have a daughter togetherCredit: GettySwift claims that ex-champ choked her ‘at least five times’ and ‘nearly suffocated’ her with a pillowCredit: GettySwift, who started dating the American boxer in 2015, had the restraining order granted on Monday after applying for it late last week in Los Angeles.The order, which came just two days after he was brutally KOed by Chinese boxer Zhilei Zhang in Saudi Arabia, requires Wilder to remain at least 100 yards away from Swift and their daughter until both parties appear in court on June 25.Swift, 37, accused the man known as the ‘Bronze Bomber’ of choking her “at least five times” since the start of 2018.The claims also state that he spat on her several times and that he “nearly suffocated” her by shoving a pillow in her face for an extended period.READ MORE ON BOXINGSwift also alleged that in mid-April, without consent, Wilder gained access to her laptop and sent disturbing messages to both her personal and professional contacts. Wilder is also claimed to constantly have ridiculed Swift and threatened her as well as expecting her to have sexual intercourse with him “three times a day”.She says that she was thrown out of their Atlanta family home on April 15 even though she was recovering from her recent invasive surgery and she has been living at their LA-area property since.Swift, who got engaged to Wilder six years ago, took their six-year-old daughter with her.Most read in BoxingHowever, she claims that Wilder spied on them through the home’s surveillance system and added that she was afraid of him being violent towards her again when he made his way back to the LA property following the Zhang defeat.She said: “I believe Deontay is capable of being physically violent towards me upon his return in June because he has expressed that he is furious with me since April and has been physically abusive with me in the past.”The couple have previously featured on the reality television show WAGS Atlanta.Wilder, who lost his status as WBC title holder following an epic trilogy with Tyson Fury, has eight children – three boys and five girls.Deontay Wilder plans to take psychedelic drug again and reveals why Anthony Joshua fight may never happenThat includes Kaorii Lee Wilder that he shares with Swift and the four he has with ex-wife Jessica Scales.Wilder’s rematch in 2020 with Fury was the first defeat of his career having drawn the first bout with the Gypsy King.He suffered a KO in their 2021 trilogy before he embarked on a lengthy period of inactivity.But he returned to brutally knockout Robert Helenius before losing to Joseph Parker in December and then Zhang, which was his fourth loss from his last five fights.Telli Swift has moved out on their home near LACredit: E! Entertainment TelevisionSwift pictured with Wilder and the WBC heavyweight title he used to holdCredit: JMG LifestyleThe Bronze Bomber was brutally beaten by Zhilei Zhang last weekCredit: GettyThere have been numerous calls for Wilder to retire amid his recent knockoutCredit: Getty More